Sunrise

Norah Jones

About Sunrise

"Sunrise" is the lead single of Norah Jones' multi-platinum album Feels like Home. It reached number four in Canada and number 30 in the United Kingdom. Despite failing to chart on the US Billboard Hot 100, the single was certified Gold by the RIAA for sales of 500,000 copies. The song won Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the 2005 Grammy Awards. In the same year, it was featured in the film Because of Winn-Dixie.


Year:
2009
3:20
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Sunrise, sunrise
Looks like mornin' in your eyes
But the clock's held 9:15 for hours
Sunrise, sunrise
Couldn't tempt us if it tried
'Cause the afternoon's already come and gone

And I said
Hoo, ooh, ooh, ooh
Hoo, ooh, ooh, ooh
Hoo, ooh, ooh, ooh
To you

Surprise, surprise
Couldn't find it in your eyes
But I'm sure it's written all over my face
Surprise, surprise
Never something I could hide
When I see we made it through another day

And I said
Hoo, ooh, ooh, ooh
Hoo, ooh, ooh, ooh
Hoo, ooh, ooh, ooh
To you

Now the night
Will throw its cover down
On me again
Ooh, and if I'm right
It's the only way
To bring me back

Hoo, ooh, ooh, ooh
Hoo, ooh, ooh, ooh
Hoo, ooh, ooh, ooh
To you
Hoo, ooh, yeah
Hoo, ooh, ooh, ooh
Hoo, ooh, ooh, ooh
To you

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Norah Jones

Norah Jones (born Geethali Norah Jones Shankar; March 30, 1979) is an American singer-songwriter, pianist, and actress. She is the daughter of Indian sitar player Ravi Shankar and Sue Jones. She is also the paternal half-sister of Anoushka Shankar. more »

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Written by: Norah Jones, Lee Alexander

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12 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Sunrise" is a song by Norah Jones, an American singer-songwriter who has won multiple Grammy Awards.
Album Details
The track is from her second studio album, "Feels Like Home," released in 2004.
Songwriting
"Sunrise" was co-written by Norah Jones and Lee Alexander, who was Jones' bassist and her boyfriend at the time.
Chart Performance
The song topped the Adult Contemporary chart in the United States and also reached the top 10 in Canada.
Grammy Awards
In 2005, "Sunrise" won the Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.
Musical Style
"Sunrise" represents Norah Jones' fusion of jazz, pop, and country influences which showcase her unique sound.
Critical Reception
Critics noted that the song stands out for its simplicity and soothing, understated vocals.
Music Video
The music video for "Sunrise" was directed by acclaimed director Joseph Kahn. It features Jones in a retro, domestic setting.
Live Performances
"Sunrise" quickly became a staple of Jones' live performances, often used to open her concerts.
Commercial Success
Despite being a low-tempo song, it garnered commercial success worldwide with the album selling over 12 million copies globally.
Cover Versions
A few artists, like Passenger, have covered the song in their live performances, showcasing its enduring popularity.
Lyrics Meaning
The lyrics are about enjoying the simple pleasures in life, like watching the sunrise, and finding joy in love.

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